With cooler weather on the horizon, homeowners in Norfolk MA generally start winterizing their home by sealing air leaks and upgrading insulation. Because frozen pipes aren’t uncommon in our region, homeowners should also take the time to protect their plumbing systems. 

If you're planning a bathroom remodeling project that involves water piping changes or you've got corroded water pipes anywhere in your home, figuring out which piping material is best for your needs is one of the key questions you'll have to consider. Local codes may regulate your piping selection and a professional licensed plumbing contractor should be consulted.

Like all household appliances and fixtures, water pipes don't last forever. There will be times when you need plumbing maintenance or repair, which may include replacing the existing pipe with a more durable material. Older, corroded water pipes can cause undesirable effects that you don't need to live with.

How do you know when to consider repiping in your home? If you are experiencing any of the following situations, pipe replacement may solve the problem:

Brown or foul-tasting water, leaky or noisy pipes, and water pressure problems are just a few of the piping issues you may experience in your home. These problems can be both hazardous to your family's health and potentially damaging to your home. Because there can be major consequences that arise due to plumbing mistakes, it's best to call a professional if you are experiencing any problems with your piping.

Trees lend beauty to a lawn. They can provide a shading that enhances your cooling in the summer and absorbs heat from the sun. Tree roots, on the other hand, can cause problems. One major problem happens when they grow into sewer lines and clog them. 

Many homes in Norfolk MA were constructed with galvanized piping in the plumbing system. This means that the metal pipes (usually iron or steel) have been treated with zinc to reduce the risk of corrosion. While galvanized pipes have benefits, they also have disadvantages, and, as a result, more homeowners are turning to copper tubing.

In the beginning, it’s just an occasional clogged drain. From time to time, you hear a gurgling noise in the toilet. After a while, drains clog more frequently.